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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 0safety recalls
- 7owner complaints
- 1crash report
- 0fire reports
- 0injuries reported
The most complained-about Mercedes-Benz CLE year on file: 7 complaints, against an average of 3 for the other 2 model years.
Every Mercedes-Benz CLE model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE?
The components named most often in the 7 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSASRPC2414 - Function Cross Traffic AlertFunction Cross Traffic Alert
Risk: The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the software of the MBUX multi media system might not meet specifications. In this case a permanent deactivation of certain functions of assistance systems might occur.
Fix: Update the parking control unit settings
UK DVSASRPC2417 - Function Cross Traffic AlertFunction Cross Traffic Alert
Risk: The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the software of the MBUX multi media system might not meet specifications. In this case a permanent deactivation of certain functions of assistance systems might occur.
Fix: Update the parking control unit settings
UK DVSASystem protection
Risk: On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
Fix: Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.
EU Safety GateThe wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications.The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 18/05/2026
EU Safety GateAn improperly reworked fuse box may lead to breaks in contact or incorrect fuse ratings.Therefore, systems connected to the fuse could fail, including the vehicle losing drive without warning as well as the restraint systems or the instrument cluster being compromised. This could lead to injury or fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateA fuse may be faulty, which can lead to engine failure or impairment of the restraint functions and instrument cluster.This increases the risk of an accident, injuries and fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
What do 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE owners report?
7 of the 7 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE450 equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Pro Contact Run Flat SSRMOE, Tire Size: 245/40/R19xl, DOT Number: 16Y0FBK38 PF850. The tires were original equipment. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the front passenger’s side tire had a blowout and tread separation. The vehicle was later towed to the residence of a family member, and a replacement tire of the same make and model was purchased and later mounted to the vehicle. The contact stated that approximately 6,000 miles later, the failure recurred with the replacement…
I am filing this safety complaint regarding my 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, VIN [XXX] , license plate [XXX] . My vehicle is currently affected by an active safety recall: NHTSA Recall 26V281 / Mercedes-Benz recall campaign 2025060014. The recall concerns the instrument cluster / infotainment control unit software. According to the recall information, the instrument cluster display may briefly interrupt, reset, remain blank, or otherwise fail to display important driving-related information, which can increase the risk of a crash. I attempted in good faith to resolve this issue through…
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V688000 (Park Brake, Back Over Prevention, Equipment). The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped in traffic, the vehicle behind him ran into the rear end of the vehicle, causing him to be pushed into the vehicle in front of him. The contact stated that he applied the parking brake, but the vehicle did not stop as intended. There were no injuries and no medical attention needed. All vehicle involved sustained damage. There was no police report taken. The vehicle was not…
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired, and the contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could be picked up; however, the check engine warning light was still illuminated. The dealer kept the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with an unknown sensor failure. The contact then went to fuel the vehicle. The next time the contact was able to drive the vehicle, while driving 65 MPH, the…
The rise in the use of cell phones (texting,etc) while driving has been responsible for thousands of accidents all over the country. They create distractions for drivers but that is the sole responsibility of the driver. The problem with my car is one that is programed by Mercedes and involves the Sirius radio they installed in my car. The radio allows you to identify your favorite channels for easy access. However, the programming they have installed requires the driver to push 2 separate buttons to change a channel rather than a single button. This may seem petty on the surface, however…
Audio no longer works continuously hearing static and sparking through speakers
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE300. The contact stated after purchasing the vehicle and leaving the dealer, while driving 40 MPH, the Low Tire Pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence and restarted, and the "Inoperative, See Owner Manual", "Blind spot assistance Inoperative", and "Risk of the vehicle rolling away apply a parking brake when parking" messages were displayed. The contact stated that the engine would not start but the electronic features were functioning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed but no failures were…
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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE: questions owners ask
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE; the most common categories were electrical system (2, 28.6%), engine (2, 28.6%), back over prevention (1, 14.3%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 1 complaint mentions a crash.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE?
Across 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (28.6% of complaints), engine (28.6% of complaints), back over prevention (14.3% of complaints), equipment (14.3% of complaints), fuel system (14.3% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check your own CLE
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2024 only; combines NHTSA's entries for CLE and CLE CABRIOLET.